International Students

Join an International Community at York

Take the first step on your journey as an international student in Canada.

Join a welcoming community of over 10,000 international students at York: a community of present and future change-makers like you, ready to make the world yours.

A Place to Call Home

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Canada: Best Country in the World

Canada was voted the best country in the world and #1 in quality of life (Best Countries Report, 2021)

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200+ Languages Spoken

50% of Toronto's population was born outside of Canada and over 200 languages are spoken.

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Toronto: #1 Safest City

Ranked the safest city in North America by The Economist, 2024

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175+ Countries Study at York

Meet students from around the world on York鈥檚 campuses

Support from the Start

We welcome your application, no matter where you are applying from or what your citizenship or country of residence is. We are familiar with education systems across the world and provide a variety of customized supports from application to graduation.

Pathway to Permanent Residence

Are you an international Francophone student interested in York? The Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) is an initiative by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to support French-speaking international students with a Pathway to Permanent Residence.聽

Next Steps for International Students

Ready to apply to York? Check out our website to get started and learn more about how to submit your application.

How to apply

Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.

When you apply to 草榴2024新地扯一二 as an International Student for Fall 2026, you鈥檒l automatically be considered for an entrance scholarship on the basis of your final admission average. These scholarships recognize your academic achievements and range from $2,500 to $37,500!

Explore scholarships

Direct-entry international students (applying from high school) starting at 草榴2024新地扯一二 in Fall 2026 will receive a . We鈥檙e ready to welcome you to your new home!

To make the immigration process as smooth as possible, we can help you with:

  • tips to submit a strong study permit application;
  • pre-arrival immigration guidance; and
  • advising resource to help you understand international student rights and responsibilities in Canada.

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Study permits and provincial attestation letters

Waiting on the status of your Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)? Complete a and an international advisor will follow up with you.

Study permit next steps

International Students Share Their Journey to York

STUDENT HIGHLIGHT

Giang, a psychology student from Vietnam, shares her experience moving to Canada and how she stays connected to her culture while at studying and working at York.

Student Highlight
Greatlove Bariboloka
Greatlove Bariboloka wanted to explore their interests and found the York Engineering Competition 鈥 an opportunity that helped them develop valuable skills for life after graduation.
Student Highlight
Haohan Gao
Learn how Haohan Gao, a fourth-year economics student, found community and support at York and shared his culture with others.
STUDENT HIGHLIGHT

From Singapore to Toronto, Ira has been able to explore her passion for dance and other student clubs while applying a unique global lens to her studies.

Student Highlight
Kobe Cargill
Kobe Cargill, an international student from Jamaica, went on a 鈥渃lub joining spree鈥 during his time at York to find new ways to get involved and make a difference in the university community.
STUDENT HIGHLIGHT

Nayan, an international student form India, shares how he combines his interests and passions with his studies at York.

Go Beyond The Classroom

Celebrate our international scholarship recipients

Meet international scholars honoured with some of York's most prestigious renewable awards for international students in 2024.

VIEW HONOUREES

York x Toronto Raptors

As the official university partners of the Toronto Raptors NBA team, we bring you exclusive networking opportunities and career development events. Don't just dream big, make it happen!

York International

York International is here to assist all international students, as well as domestic and international students who wish to study or work abroad. We look forward to welcoming you in person and answering your questions. Please make sure to visit us when you are on campus - we are here to help!

International Entrance Scholarships: Winter 2026

When you apply to 草榴2024新地扯一二 as an International Student for Winter 2026, you'll automatically be considered for an entrance scholarship on the basis of your final admission average. These scholarships recognize your academic achievements and range from $2,500 to $37,500!

Learn More

Read our international student blogs

Whether you鈥檙e preparing for your first year at York or are wondering what lies ahead, YU Blog has you covered. 

Not sure what to pack for university? This checklist will help you decide what to bring from home, what to buy after arriving in Canada and what not to forget.

Connect with our recruiters

Onshore Canada and Sub Saharan Africa

Mercy Omenye
Regional Recruitment Manager
Email: momenye@yorku.ca

Canada

Alice He
International Recruitment Officer
Email: alicehe@yorku.ca

l'Afrique Francophone

Rebecca Guei
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: rguei@yorku.ca

Anglophone Africa

Prince Ubani
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: princeu@yorku.ca

East and Southern Africa

Nancy Mwithi
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: nmwithi@yorku.ca

USA, South Asia, Southeast Asia & Oceania

Shuchita Husain
Regional Recruitment Manager
Email: shhusain@yorku.ca

USA, Pakistan

Dahlia Younan
International Recruitment Officer
Email: dahliay@yorku.ca

South Asia

Rehab Sayed
Senior Recruitment Advisor 
Email: asksouthasia@yorku.ca

Southeast Asia

Thuy Nguyen
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: nthuy@yorku.ca

Caribbean, Eurasia and Middle East

Sunera Ali
Regional Recruitment Manager
Email: suneraa@yorku.ca

Middle East and North Africa

Nema Reshamvala
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: nemar@yorku.ca

Canada, Central Asia, East Asia

Cecilia Cheng
Regional Recruitment Manager
Email: ccheng27@yorku.ca

Latin America

Rachel Luo
International Recruitment Officer
Email: rluo477@yorku.ca

China

Mickey Ye
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: mye@yorku.ca

Caribbean, Europe and Central Asia

Namra Amrohi
Email: namrohi@yorku.ca

Upcoming Events

Fri, Sep 11, 2026 12 - 1:30 p.m.
In-person tour of 草榴2024新地扯一二's vibrant Keele campus.
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
In-person tour of 草榴2024新地扯一二's vibrant Keele campus.
Wed, Sep 16, 2026 12:30 - 2 p.m.
In-person tour of 草榴2024新地扯一二's vibrant Keele campus.
Faculty of Health
Fri, Sep 18, 2026 12 - 1 p.m.
Join us to learn about the 2nd Entry Nursing program at York U including program details, hands-on experiences, program requirements.
Fri, Sep 18, 2026 12 - 1:30 p.m.
In-person tour of 草榴2024新地扯一二's vibrant Keele campus.
Faculty of Health
Mon, Sep 21, 2026 12 - 1 p.m.
Join us to learn more about this program including program details, clinical placements, admission and eligibility requirements, and common questions answered.
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 8 - 9 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Fri, Sep 25, 2026 12 - 1:30 p.m.
In-person tour of 草榴2024新地扯一二's vibrant Keele campus.
Tue, Oct 6, 2026 2 - 3 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Faculty of Health
Mon, Oct 19, 2026 12 - 1 p.m.
Do you have questions about applying to one of our undergraduate Nursing programs? We have answers!
Tue, Oct 20, 2026 10 - 11 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Nov 3, 2026 8 - 9 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Faculty of Health
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 4 - 5 p.m.
Join us to learn more about the Psychology program at the Keele campus of York U.
Faculty of Health
Thu, Nov 12, 2026 4 - 5 p.m.
Join us to learn more about the Kinesiology and Health Science program at York U.
Faculty of Health
Tue, Nov 17, 2026 4 - 5 p.m.
Join us to learn more about the Global Health, Health Studies (Policy, Management, Digital Health), and Neuroscience programs at York U.
Faculty of Health
Tue, Dec 1, 2026 4 - 5 p.m.
Join us to learn more about careers in Health.
Tue, Dec 1, 2026 8 - 9 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Faculty of Health
Wed, Dec 9, 2026 4 - 5 p.m.
Join us for a drop in Q&A to ask your questions about the Global Health, Health Studies, Kinesiology and Health Science, Neuroscience, Nursing, or Psychology programs.
Tue, Dec 15, 2026 2 - 3 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Jan 5, 2027 10 - 11 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Jan 19, 2027 8 - 9 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Feb 2, 2027 8 - 9 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Feb 16, 2027 2 - 3 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Mar 2, 2027 10 - 11 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Mar 16, 2027 8 - 9 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Apr 6, 2027 8 - 9 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Apr 20, 2027 2 - 3 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, May 18, 2027 10 - 11 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Jun 15, 2027 8 - 9 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Jul 13, 2027 8 - 9 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.
Tue, Aug 17, 2027 2 - 3 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.

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草榴2024新地扯一二
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